Bristol’s gay scene is split between Frogmore Street, west of the city centre and West street to the east. The Bristol Gay Scene is vibrant and varied with many venues catering for all tastes – be that a quiet drink with your friends, or a full on cheesy dance marathon. Venues are around two main areas of the city, just minutes both east and west from the main shopping and tourist districts :
The Old Market Gay Village offers a wide range of venues from specialist venues such as the Bear Bar, Cabaret can be found at The Palace, and good quality food & drink at The Old Market TavernBEER. Central Gay Village caters more for the clubbers with the popular clubs QueenShilling & OMG keeping Bent company for those wishing a drink or two ..
Events: MiX Don’t Tell Your Mother Monthly indie-pop lgbtq++ friends night. Hang out at the popular bar, dance your socks off, or relax out on the terrace. Comes into its own in the Summer months, when the bustling friendly vibe extends into the yard. When: Currently first Saturday of the month at The Phoenix.
ESDR / Eat Sleep Drag Repeat Catch the best of the Drag Scene, with this Ru Paul-inspired night at Queenshilling. lgbtq++ friends welcome. Gays Horseplay Queer house, disco & art take centre stage with Horseplay, a creative, popular night that roams across the city. Although open to all, the night proves most popular with Gay men and their friends.
Bristol Bear Bar is the first and currently only, purpose built bear bar in the UK. Steve and his team welcome everyone to an attitude free and friendly bar. Open Tuesday to Sunday you'll find the bar in the heart of...
OMG is the South West’s busiest and biggest gay venue. It’s state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems, buzzing atmosphere and competitive pricing have made OMG the incredible, lively club it is today. Find out where...
Whether you're after karaoke, drag nights or just a good old dance, Queenshilling is one of Bristol's most popular gay bars; head over to Frogmore Street. Loved and respected by its customers and the lgbtq+ community the...